How to travel from Formentera to Barcelona, Spain

The distance between Formentera and Barcelona is around 331km (206 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 2h 20m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Formentera to Barcelona by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Ibiza then fly from Ibiza (IBZ) to Barcelona (BCN).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    €76($76)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry, Bus and Train

Take a ferry to Dènia then take the bus to Valencia - Ave Estacion Interm then take the train to Barcelona-Sants.

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €405($405)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Ibiza then Palma de Mallorca and then to Barcelona.

  • Duration10h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €475($475)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Dènia then drive to Barcelona.

  • Duration7h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €405($405)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Formentera and Barcelona

There are several options for getting from Formentera to Barcelona by ferry, bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then fly which costs around €76 ($76) and will take around 2h 20m.

The distance between Formentera and Barcelona is around 331km (206 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 304km (189 miles)

It takes around 6h 40m to get from Formentera and Barcelona by ferry, bus and train.

The quickest way to get from Formentera to Barcelona is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €76 ($76).

The cheapest way to travel between Formentera and Barcelona is to take a ferry and then fly which will typically cost around €76 ($76) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Formentera and Barcelona. We recommend that you take a ferry to Ibiza then fly from Ibiza (IBZ) to Barcelona (BCN). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Formentera and Barcelona. We recommend that you take a ferry to Ibiza then fly from Ibiza (IBZ) to Barcelona (BCN). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Formentera and Barcelona. The ferry typically takes around 10h 55m and departs once daily.

Trasmapi, Mediterranea Pitiusa, Balearia and Acciona Trasmediterranea run the ferry services between Formentera and Barcelona. Ferries run once daily and take around 10h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Formentera to Barcelona. We recommend that you take a ferry to Ibiza then fly from Ibiza (IBZ) to Barcelona (BCN). instead which will take 2h 20m.

The closest major airport to Barcelona is Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) (BCN) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Barcelona. Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO) (GRO) and Reus Airport (REU) (REU) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Formentera to Barcelona. We recommend that you take a ferry to Dènia then take the bus to Valencia - Ave Estacion Interm then take the train to Barcelona-Sants. instead which will take 6h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Formentera to Barcelona is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 40m and will usually cost around €405 ($405).

How do I get from Formentera to Barcelona

Compare travel optionsbetween Formentera and Barcelona

Transport options from Formentera to Barcelona
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry and Plane
2h 20m
€76($76)
4 times a day331km (206 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Train
6h 40m
€405($405)
once daily583km (362 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
10h 55m
€475($475)
once daily402km (250 miles)
Ferry and Bus9h 55m
€410($410)
twice daily596km (370 miles)
Ferry and Car
7h 10m
€405($405)
twice daily574km (357 miles)

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Airports near Barcelona

The following major airports near Barcelona offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

BCN
Josep Tarradellas Airport Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)
International Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Barcelona
GRO
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (47 miles) from Barcelona
REU
Reus Airport (REU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
90km (56 miles) from Barcelona